The National Association for Youth Justice (NAYJ) argues there is a “clear and growing consensus” that the current age that young people become responsible for crime is too low.
At 10, the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales is among the lowest in Europe.
The NAYJ called on the government to review its position, and launch a consultation on how best to raise the age.
But despite an open letter signed by more than 50 experts and organisations including the National Children’s Bureau, the Children’s Society and Action for Children, the government has indicated it has no plans to launch a review.
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